NPR
26 August 2025
We update our running list of the year’s best songs with a bunch of glitched-out ear candy, raging rock, and tracks that seek real, human connections in an increasingly artificial landscape. Featured artists and songs: 1. Disiniblud: “Give-upping (feat. Julianna Barwick),” from ‘Disniblud’2. ear: “Fetish” (single)3. Emily Yacina: “Talk Me Down,” from ‘Veilfall’4. Anamanaguchi: “Rage (Kitchen Sink),” from ‘Anyway’5. james K: “Play,” from ‘Friend’ Weekly reset: A day at the county fair Enjoy the show? Share it with a friend and leave us a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Questions, comments, suggestions or feedback of any kind always welcome: allsongs@npr.org To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below: See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy
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